The 2012 Fusion seats five and is available in S, SE, SEL and Sport trims. Available all-wheel drive, three engine choices and manual and automatic transmission choices give shoppers much to consider. A Fusion Hybrid is another choice, one we cover separately.
For 2012, the Ford Fusion continues unchanged.
Exterior
The Ford Fusion delivers a handsome design with a bold horizontal grille and a sporty lower grille intake. A high beltline and a falling roofline ending in a raised rear deck give the sedan a European look.
Standard equipment includes halogen headlights, 16-inch steel …show more content…
Soft-touch materials, clean lines and carefully fitted panels grace the cabin.
The Fusion’s trunk measures 16.5 cubic feet, one of the largest in the segment. Additional storage compartments include the center console and the door pockets.
Standard features include power windows and door locks, a tilt-and-telescopic steering column, air conditioning and cloth seats. Available features include ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control, a 10-way power driver’s seat, leather-covered seats and heated front seats.
Performance
The Ford offers generous power, especially with the larger of the two V6 engines. The Fusion delivers snappy handling and when equipped with the available all-wheel drive, an extra measure of control on slippery roads.
The standard engine is a 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder, generating 175 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of torque. This engine is found in front-wheel drive models only and comes with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. This model makes an EPA-estimated 23/33 mpg